When you are ready to update your home adding a fresh coat of paint is a great place to start. Paint is a great way to add a fresh look to any room and make a change that can give you a new look and feel. When you start deciding on the color you want, you need to be sure you choose the right color and paint style for you. There are many things you need to consider when choosing a paint that goes above and beyond just the color. You want to be sure you make a good decision so that you are happy with the paint and you are able to enjoy it for several years. McKay’s Painting lists considerations when choosing a paint color and type.

Are You Sensitive to the Smell of Paint?

Most people are not too annoyed with the smell of paint after a project is completed. It is to be expected after you paint a room or rooms in your home. The smell will naturally wear off over a few days and leave your home smelling back to normal. There are some people that have sensitivities to smells and the smell of paint for even a day can cause some problems for those people. There is an option for you if you are concerned about the smell. If you want to stay away from the smell of paint you can ask the painter to go with a water-based acrylic or other latex paint. The smell is much less than the standard oil based paint and it is also better when you are cleaning up.

What Paint Finish is Best for Project?

Just because you have come up with a color that you want to use in your home you still need to think about the finish. The finish has nothing to do with the actual color but the shine that will end up. The best way to determine what you are looking for is you need to think about the activity that is in that room. If you have a room that is busy with many kids, you may want to choose a gloss finish. The gloss is the easiest finish to clean from spots and other marks that can be left on the wall. There is also a semi-gloss and a matte finish. The matte has no shine at all and is terribly hard to remove marks.

What is the Purpose of the Room?

Most people have an idea on what look and feel they want for the rooms in their home. Some rooms are small and you want to try and add the feeling of spaciousness while other rooms can be large and you are looking for a more intimate feel. You can use paint color choices to make these a reality. If you have a small room and want it to appear larger be sure to stay with a lighter color. An intimate room is best done with a color that is a bit darker.

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If you are ready to have your home painted you want to be sure that you hire a company that has the ability to help. McKay’s Painting can handle all your painting needs. We can help answer these questions and offer expert advice in picking out the colors that best fits the room. Call us to schedule your next appointment today.